Solution Engineer - Applications II

Saint-Gobain Performance Polymer Solutions; Garden Grove (CA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Saint-Gobain Performance Polymer Solutions in the United States is seeking a product design engineer focused on sealing solutions. You will apply polymer, metallic, and elastomer materials knowledge and general engineering principles to create robust sealing components.

In this role you will collaborate with Sales, Operations, and Technical teams, solving complex problems across diverse markets while managing time-constrained projects and proactively improving processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Materials Science or Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering or Polymer Science or equivalent.
• Master's degree in Materials Science or Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering or Polymer Science or equivalent (preferred).
• 5+ years experience in specialized Industries/Markets, manufacturing environment and ability to communicate with customers on technical issues.
• Understand the customer application and build application expertise.
• Proficient in SolidWorks and/or AutoCAD; Design and Develop sealing components; Read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T; Use project management tools to lead activities.

Responsibilities

• Bridge the Sales, Operations, and Technical Team to solve advanced issues related to sealing design.
• Tackle problems across diverse markets with their unique challenges.
• Work under time constraints in a fast-paced environment.
• Be proactive in initiating creative improvements to processes and approaches.

Skills

Engineering design

GD&T reading

Project management tools

Customer communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Polymer Science, or equivalent

Master's degree in Materials Science or Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering or Polymer Science, or equivalent (preferred)

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

WHY DO WE NEED YOU?

If you want to reshape the world and discover your greatest potential, Saint-Gobain provides one-of-a-kind opportunities for innovative problem solvers. We're one of only two companies in the world that is consistently recognized as both a top Global Employer and a Top 100 Global Innovator, but Saint-Gobain's remarkable story and culture of innovation begins with a team of nearly 200,000 creative, diverse and passionate team members collaborating across the globe. We are committed to our mission to improve lives because, every day, we witness the enormous impact of our efforts on the world around us.

The Role

This position is responsible for successful product design of sealing solutions using knowledge of polymer, metallic and elastomer materials and applying general engineering principles.

• A strong link between the Sales, Operations, and Technical Team you belong to, bringing together simulation, materials and testing experts to solve the most advanced technical issues related to critical applications.
• Ability to solve problems and work with many diverse markets with each of their own challenges.
• Ability to work under the pressures of time constraints in a fast paced work environment.
• Sense of urgency in not only completing projects but being proactive in initiating creative thought to improve processes.

IS THIS JOB FOR YOU?

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree, Material Science or Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering or Polymer Science or equivalent (required)
• Master's degree Material Science or Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering or Polymer Science or equivalent (preferred)
• 5+ years experience working in specialized Industries/Markets. Working in Manufacturing environment as well as being able to communicate with customers on technical issues (required)
• Understand the customer application and build application expertise
• Proficient in Solidworks and/or AutoCad
• Design and Develop sealing components
• Understand engineering fundamentals and apply them to design process
• Ability to read and interpret Engineering Drawings and GD&T
• Use project management tools to lead assigned activities and projects.

TO MAKE SURE NOTHING IS FORGOTTEN

Certain states require pay information be provided in job postings. Saint-Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support our employees’ wellbeing and help improve daily life for themselves and their families. We believe in the importance of pay transparency in what we offer prospective candidates and provide the national pay range for this position which is $81,500 to $126,500 per year, however, the base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.

In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual bonus. The targeted bonus amount is up to 10% of base salary based on company and individual performance measures. The Total Target Cash range (base pay and annual bonus) for this position, is $89,650 to $139,150. Bonus payments are part of variable compensation and by nature can vary based on company and individual performance and is not a guarantee.

Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs.

Health and Wellbeing - Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.

• Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options
• LiveWell Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave
• Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.
• 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension Plan
• Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&DD, Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance

Additional Benefits - Helping shape the experience and impact you want

• Commuter Benefits
• Group Legal
• Identity Theft Protection
• Auto and Home Insurance
• Pet Insurance and Discounts
• Back-up Child  Elder Care
• PerkSpot Employee Discount Program
• Additional based on Role:
• One pair of company-issued steel-toe shoes, and safety glasses; annually

a Little More About Us

Saint-Gobain’s innovations touch almost every major industry around the world, moving us forward, making meaningful connections, and inspiring us to go beyond the impossible. Within Mobility, our teams design and engineer critical, high-performance materials and proven solutions – most in challenging conditions and core systems that play an important part of our daily lives – as we drive to work or with family, fly on an airplane to explore the world, process samples for medical research, build a better rocket to go as far as we can in outer space; and dive deep under the sea to power our world. We are driven to collaborate with our customers and communities to improve and engineer the world of tomorrow!

Our team members recognize that we all create the environment for people to succeed, with a culture built on respect, open and honest communication, and honoring our commitments to our customers and each other. And at the heart of our culture, we’ve learned working together makes good ideas, great ones.

With a legacy dating back more than 360 years, Saint-Gobain offers employees the stability and security of a leading Global 500 corporation while operating like multiple small and agile start-ups, where entrepreneurial spirit, pioneering teamwork, and bold, forward-thinking ideas pave new paths.

LEGAL STATEMENT

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.

This position is subject to export controls under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Qualified applicants for the position must meet the ITAR definition of “U.S. Person” at 22 C.F.R. 120.15 as a: U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, or otherwise a protected individual (including for example refugees and asylees).

Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at [e-mail].